The Underdog (A Veterinarian's Fight Against Racism & Injustice) by Dr. Hakam Bhullar

 

The Underdog is about Dr. Hakam Bhullar, who opened the Atlas Animal Hospital in Canada and lowered the cost of animal care to be more affordable for his clients. He also helped fellow veterinarians open their clinics. His battle against systemic racism in Canada was long and expensive. 

I was moved by his endurance and his tough conviction of his practice and what it would mean for his animals and clients. He did no wrong, yet his license to practice was revoked. The governmental agency pressured him to take the easy way out, but he held to his principles.

Even though it cost him time away from his family and a lot of money in attorney's fees, he wasn't only fighting for himself, but for everyone who would face injustice after him. Dr. Hakam Bhullar was courageous and determined to not give up.  Institutional bias persists today, and through Dr. Bhullar's heroic actions, he has helped change part of an unjust system. 

The Underdog is a very inspirational and inspiring story that should inspire us to be the best we can be by sharing our voice against all forms of injustice.

I recommend reading this book.  You may walk away with a new understanding or perspective. I know it will touch your heart profoundly, as it did mine.

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Unending Hope Blog Tour by Cindy Kay Stewart

 

About the Book

Book: Unending Hope

Author: Cindy Kay Stewart

Genre: Historical Christian Romance

Release Date: July 29, 2025

As WWII expands across Europe, members of the Circle of Hope are drawn deeper into the struggle to survive in the face of overwhelming adversity.

April 1940. Nazi Germany carries out a devastating invasion, trapping Americans David Jensen and Natalie Thompson in Norway. Determined to use their medical skills to aid the Norwegians, David and Natalie embark on a harrowing journey to treat the injured and evade the Nazis.

Natalie, a dedicated Red Cross worker, values deep relationships. Fearful of settling for a shallow marriage, she broke off her engagement to David several years before. But she never stopped loving him and spending time working together in Norway plays havoc with her heart.

David, a charismatic and confidant doctor with the Red Cross, desires to advance his career and rekindle his relationship with Natalie. Even though she once rejected him, he believes she is the only woman for him. But years of keeping others at arms’ length guarantees that winning Natalie back will be the biggest challenge he’s ever faced.

The saga introduced in Abounding Hope continues in this inspiring second installment of courage and devotion.

Readers of Kristin Hannah’s The Nightingale and Lee Jackson’s After Dunkirk series will love this book.

 

Click here to get your copy!

 

About the Author

Cindy Kay Stewart, a retired high school social studies and special education teacher, writes stories of hope, steeped in love, and anchored in faith. Passionate about revealing God’s handiwork in history, Cindy loves to research until she uncovers hidden gems to share with her readers. She resides in North Georgia with her college sweetheart. Her daughter, son-in-law, and four adorable grandchildren live nearby.

 

 

 

More from Cindy

Those who love learning about bygone eras through fiction, will enjoy escaping to WWII Norway and France in Unending Hope, Book 2 in the Circle of Hope series. This novel follows the adventures of former boarding school classmates who vowed to come to each other’s aid in times of crisis, and WWII provides plenty of trouble for these diehard twenty-somethings to work through. Abounding Hope, Book 1 in the series, is a friends-to-lovers romance, and Unending Hope is a second-chance romance. The novels are sequential to the timeline of WWII.

As well as struggling to safely navigate their responsibilities, the major characters in both novels seek answers to their needs and problems, which can only be found by embarking on a spiritual journey that’s just as climactic as their physical adventures.

I love to research and dig up true stories I’ve never heard about or seen before and then share the most interesting ones through the lives of my characters. Bringing history to life is an adventure for me, and keeping my stories historically accurate is a goal I always strive to meet.

My Thoughts on the Book

Unending Hope is a blend of historical details and Christian fiction that is seamlessly intertwined, flowing beautifully. The sweet love story that continued despite the ongoing war with Germany kept me turning the pages. I couldn't put it down. I had to find out what would happen next. Things were constantly evolving—a well-thought-out story with interesting characters.

David and Natalie attend a wedding in Norway, only to find themselves in the midst of a war that seems to follow them as they attempt to leave the country. When it seems impossible, they volunteer at the hospital to take care of the wounded soldiers. Even put themselves in danger as they take on more duties.

The story is about faith, love, courage, obedience, trust, and hope. I enjoyed following David's awakening to obedience to God's calling and following his true path. Natalie had a strong faith, but worried about David's. I admired them both. There were other couples in the story that contributed to the fellowship and the danger they endured. The ending wrapped up everything nicely. Highly recommended.

I received a complimentary copy from the author; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own.

                   Blog Stops

Bizwings Blog, November 5

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, November 6

Texas Book-aholic, November 7

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, November 8

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, November 9

For Him and My Family, November 10

lakesidelivingsite, November 11

Babbling Becky L’s Book Impressions, November 12

The Bookish Pilgrim, November 12

Connie’s history classroom , November 13

Stories By Gina, November 14 (Author Interview)

The Mommies Reviews, November 14

Books You Can Feel Good About, November 15

Holly’s Book Corner, November 16

Mary Hake, November 16

Cover Lover Book Review, November 17

Life on Chickadee Lane, November 17

Pause for Tales, November 18

                 Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Cindy is giving away the grand prize of a $25 Amazon Gift Card and a copy of the book!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/3d00b/unending-hope-celebration-tour-giveaway

The Eleventh Hour CD (Adventures in Odyssey) Focus on the Family

The Eleventh Hour CD has over two hours of audio entertainment from Focus on the Family, a name you can trust. The Eleventh Hour is the newest album in the Adventures in Odyssey.

Everyone in your family will love the selections from lighthearted comedy to adventure and mystery. It will make the imagination soar.

The stories are about character, service, and facing difficult decisions. They are set in the town of Odyssey and teach biblical truths and moral foundations to help children make decisions throughout their lives. The CD is perfect for car rides or longer road trips.

I enjoyed listening to the CD and remember having a couple when my children were growing up, and how much they enjoyed them.  Now this new one will be a great gift for my great-grandchildren.

1. For ages 7 and up

2. Newest album in the Adventures in Odyssey

In these episodes, the clock is ticking for Jules Kendall and Mr. Whittaker. Will Jules risk lying to get even with a rival? Can Whit and his team complete their secret mission? At the heart of it all, characters wrestle with the age-old question: Why would a good God allow bad things to happen?

3. Fantastic for kids' quiet time

4. Makes a great Christmas gift

5.  Over 2 million sold in stores                                                           

Follow the Link to Choose Your Albums & Start Listening!

https://amzn.to/434UWkb

Other Titles in Adventures in Odyssey

At Face Value

A New Perspective-Kindness, Listening, & Reconciliation

Keep it Together

The Best is Yet to Come

Buckle Up

Trust, Truth, & Discernment

The Long Road Home-Friends, Faith, & Family Heritage

The Hidden Legacy (A Ford Family Ranch: Book Two) Blog Tour by June Foster

 

About the Book

Book: The Hidden Legacy (A Ford Family Ranch: Book Two)

Author: June Foster

Genre: Romantic Suspense

Release Date: October 7, 2025

Austin Ford has inherited the weight of his family’s legacy, overseeing the sprawling Ford Ranch as his father steps back and his siblings forge their own paths. But when his beloved horse, Jack, falls gravely ill, Austin calls upon the new veterinarian in town, igniting a chain of events that will change everything.

Dr. Willow Lawson, a skilled veterinarian, is stunned when she first lays eyes on Austin Ford. The young, handsome rancher is the spitting image of her deceased husband, a shock that causes her to faint right in the horse barn. Determined to overcome the haunting memories, Willow throws herself into her work, even as her heart begins to stir for the charismatic rancher.

As Austin grapples with the strange, unexplained holes appearing on the North Pasture, he is drawn into a deeper mystery. Night flights over the ranch reveal flashing lights in the darkness, suggesting the holes are no mere animal burrows.

Amidst this growing unease, Austin and Willow’s budding relationship is tested when her clinic is vandalized, leaving her devastated and out of work. The attacks seem to be more than random acts of violence, especially when Austin’s father recounts tales of buried gold hidden on the ranch by their ancestor, Great Grandfather Jeremiah, during the Great Depression.

With prowlers encroaching on his land and his desire to protect Willow intensifying, Austin must navigate the treacherous waters of old family secrets and new-found love. Together, can Austin and Willow unravel the mystery threatening their lives and find solace in each other’s arms? Or will the shadows of the past and present prove too formidable to overcome?

 

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About the Author

An award-winning author, June Foster is a retired teacher with a BA in Education and a MA in counseling. June began writing Christian romance in 2010 as she and her husband traveled the US in their RV. Her adventures provide a rich source of information for her novels. She brags about visiting a location before it becomes the setting in her next book.

To date, June has written over thirty contemporary romance and romantic suspense novels and novellas. June uses her training in counseling and her Christian beliefs in creating characters who encounter real-life difficulties yet live victorious lives. She’s published with Winged Publications.

June is active in her church and her ladies’ fellowship group. She enjoys writing devotionals as well as fiction. She frequently attends writers’ conferences such as Blue Lake Writers’ Conference and Florida Christian Writers Conference.

Her novel, The Inn at Cranberry Cove, won the 2021 Selah award for Romantic Suspense. It is available on Amazon in paperback, hardback, and eBook format. In 2023, June won the Ames Award for her book Christmas at Cranberry Cove, book three in the same series.

More from June

If you love fields of Texas bluebonnets, rolling hills dotted with woolly sheep, and good-looking cowboys, you won’t want to miss The Hidden Heritage.

Veterinarian Willow Lawson never expected to faint the first time she laid eyes on Austin Ford—the ruggedly handsome owner of the Ford Ranch. But their unexpected meeting is only the beginning.

When strange holes appear in the Back Pasture, Willow and Austin join forces to uncover who—or what—is behind the digging. As danger closes in and their lives are threatened, a bond forms between them, stronger than either expected.

But just as love begins to bloom, a shocking revelation from the past threatens to tear them apart. What secret lies buried at the Ford Ranch—and can love survive its unearthing?

MY REVIEW

The Hidden Legacy had me hooked from the beginning. Their first meeting of Austin and Willow was disturbing and piqued my interest. I couldn't wait to find out the reason behind it. The ranch setting where Austin lived was interesting, and Willow's choice of vocation added a lot of interest to the story. They both had issues with vandalism of their property.

It was evident that God orchestrated their meeting. I loved the faith element of both main characters in the story. Their relationship brought hardship to both, and many secrets were uncovered. I enjoyed the story and highly recommend it.

I received a complimentary copy from the author; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own.

               Blog Stops

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, October 23

Stories By Gina, October 24 (Author Interview)

Mrs. Ryan Moser’s Book and Movie Reviews, October 25

Patti Wolf, October 25

Texas Book-aholic, October 26

Guild Master, October 27 (Author Interview)

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, October 28

For Him and My Family, October 29

Fiction Book Lover, October 30 (Author Interview)

She Lives To Read, October 31

Locks, Hooks and Books, November 1

Bizwings Blog, November 2

Tell Tale Book Reviews, November 3 (Author Interview)

The Mommies Reviews, November 3

Cover Lover Book Review, November 4

Pause for Tales, November 5

               Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, June is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon Gift Card and a paperback copy of the book!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/3d284/the-hidden-legacy-celebration-tour-giveaway

The Ghost You Can't See (Newest Book in The Issachar Gatekeeper Series) by L. G. Nixon

 

My Thoughts on the Book

Book 3 of The Issachar Gatekeeper is a page-turner of hauntings, deception, and treachery. The Defenders take on another partner in the group, and they find themselves closer to Darnathian. But, not without extreme danger to all of them. I am reprimanding them.

The new characters added to this book are relevant and add another intriguing aspect to the story. Especially, Mathias. The Defenders must fight with their full armor and harder than they ever have. They also make a new friend. There are some surprises within the story that had me wondering what would happen next. A big surprise at the end, which you won't see coming. So exciting. I look forward to the next book in the series.

Although this is a YA story, as an adult, I must say that I enjoyed it too. Highly recommended.

I received a complimentary copy from the author; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own.

The Ghost You Can’t See

Lucy is experiencing a new level of spirit hauntings designed to bring her to a halt. Deceptive and nefarious beings are playing mind games, and she begins to doubt the love of her friends and family. She must learn to see beyond the obvious and discern the hidden truth. When she accidentally breaks a valuable antique, she discovers an ancient plot to overthrow the High King and destroy the beautiful city of Ascalon. The dark prince, Darnathian, is getting closer to finding the location of the Life tree, and Lucy may not be able to stop him.

To Purchase

Author Podcast    https://lgnixon.com/interviews/

Note from the Author  https://lgnixon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/problemwithghosts.pdf

Clara and the Cowboy Blog Tour by Erica Vetsch

 

 

About the Book

Book: Clara and the Cowboy

Author: Erica Vetsch

Genre: Christian Historical Fiction

Release Date: October 13, 2025

She’s the rancher’s daughter. He’s the reformed outlaw who became her father’s foreman. Love was never part of the plan.

Clara Bainbridge has loved Alec for years, long before she left for finishing school in Boston. And though she is convinced he loves her too, he seems determined to push her away now that she’s back. So when the handsome stranger who protects her during a stagecoach robbery reveals that he is her new neighbor, Clara begins to wonder if accepting his suit might be wiser than waiting for Alec.

Ranch foreman Alec McConnell has worked hard to overcome his criminal past and prove himself worthy of Colonel Bainbridge’s trust. When cattle start disappearing from the Cross B Ranch, Alec’s checkered past makes him the prime suspect. He must catch the real rustlers to clear his name, but his growing feelings for the Colonel’s daughter, Clara, threaten to undo everything he’s built. How can he protect her when his very presence in her life could destroy her reputation?

 

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MY REVIEW

Clara and the Cowboy is filled with hardship, danger, and anger. Clara's stage on the way back to Money Creek is robbed. Clara's father, a local ranch owner, is worried about her. It's been a year since he has seen her. The man on the stage with her protects her from the outlaws, but he has a secret past.

The story has a wonderful ranch setting, and the characters are interesting with many layers. The Stovepipe Hills that run between Clara's home and another ranch have secrets of their own. There are lots of surprising twists. Along with kidnapping, cattle rustling, and danger, there is also forgiveness and redemption.

A sweet love story flows through the pages, but not without its many problems. Both people deal with stubborn pride and forgiveness. The ending wrapped up everything nicely. The story had something happening continuously, and I finished it in one sitting. Highly recommended.

I received a complimentary copy from the author via Netgalley; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own.

 

About the Author

Best-selling, award-winning author of The Debutante’s Code, first in the Thorndike & Swann Regency Mystery Series, Erica Vetsch loves Jesus, history, romance, and sports. When she’s not writing fiction, she’s planning her next trip to a history museum.

 

 

 

 

More from Erica

Did you, like me, grow up watching westerns on tv? I watched often in reruns as the heyday of the TV Western was waning about the time I was born. But I watched Gunsmoke, The Big Valley, Bonanza, Have Gun, Will Travel, The Rifleman, Wagon Train, The Virginian, and more.

And so grew my love of the old west, of cowboys, cattle drives, frontier justices, and rolling tumbleweeds.

I also read westerns. Zane Grey, Louis L’Amour, Abel Shott (Yes, that was the pen name of the man who wrote the series called Solo Strand: The Silver Kid.) I was a firm believer in The Code of the West.

So, when it came time to write my own ‘cowboy book’ I took much inspiration from the screen and the page.

Clara and the Cowboy is the story of Alec and Clara, a cowboy and the ranch owner’s daughter. There’s cattle rustling, gunplay, good vs. evil, a damsel in distress…all the best parts of western classic lore. I had such fun writing it, influenced by those who had written the genre before me.

The setting was chosen (Southwest Idaho) because of a series of books I had read as a teen, written by Glenn Balch, about a ranching family near Nampa, ID. I’ve never been to that part of the US, but I felt as if I had because I read those books (many times!)

As I look back on the hours I spent watching classic westerns on tv and reading western fiction, I’m reminded of the impact they had on my life. How they taught that good and evil exist in the world, and that it takes bravery to stand up and do the right thing. I learned that honor and integrity do not come without cost, and that actions have consequences.

Who would have thought that watching a rerun of The Big Valley would instill a desire to embrace the cowboy culture through my own fiction?

I hope you enjoy reading Clara and the Cowboy, and that perhaps it takes you back to your own childhood of rooting for the man in the white hat to get the girl he loves before the credits roll.

                     Blog Stops

Texas Book-aholic, October 14

Book Looks by Lisa, October 15

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, October 15

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, October 16

For Him and My Family, October 17

Devoted Steps, October 17

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, October 18

Devoted To Hope, October 18

Simple Harvest Reads, October 19 (Guest Review from Mindy Houng)

Fiction Book Lover, October 20 (Guest Review from Marilyn Ridgway)

Books You Can Feel Good About, October 20

lakesidelivingsite, October 21

Locks, Hooks and Books, October 21

She Lives to Read, October 22

Pens Pages & Pulses, October 22

Books Less Travelled, October 23

Blossoms and Blessings, October 23

Life on Chickadee Lane, October 24

Cover Lover Book Review, October 24

Bizwings Blog, October 25

Melissa’s Bookshelf, October 25

Pause for Tales, October 26

Holly’s Book Corner, October 26

Jodie Wolfe, October 27

Vicky Sluiter, October 27

Giveaway.             

To celebrate her tour, Erica is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon Gift Card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/3d27f/clara-and-the-cowboy-celebration-tour-giveaway

What's It Like to Be Me by Elizabeth Ann O'Handley

 

This post is part of a virtual book tour organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Elizabeth Ann O'Handley will be awarding a $10 Amazon/BN gift card to a randomly drawn winner. Click on the tour banner to see the other stops on the tour.

Well, one thing is for certain: everyone will feel something different after reading What It's Like to Be Me!

Why you ask? It is simply because every single one of us is completely unique; that is what makes us who we are.

The young girl in this book helps us understand that the journey of self-identification is not always easy. In some cases, maybe we just have not given it much thought. I mean, how often do we check in with ourselves? At times we are more focused on what others may think about us, while we are truly unaware of what we even think about ourselves.

With reflection, it is sometimes necessary, and useful, to see ourselves objectively.

The young girl in What It's Like to Be Me has to look within to find herself. Personal growth will usually assist us in accepting the reality of who we really are. As life changes and we grow through experience, it is up to us to be the best versions of ourselves.

Living your truth is a personal suggestion for making things a little easier when embarking on the journey of knowing exactly who you are. Every experience will change us, maybe a little, or maybe a lot. Who you are going to be in this world starts with you!

I wish you all a wonderful journey!
Truth, love, and respect always,
Elizabeth Ann O'Handley

Read an Excerpt

This is my journey about being me.

I often wonder what others see.

Do they see me as kind,

 or maybe carefree?

Or fearlessly brave? Hmmm, is that what they see?

I was not quite sure,

so, I wanted to see,

what is it that others think about me.

I hope they see truth to the fullest

degree,and a heart filled with love,

for all those to see.

MY REVIEW

What It's Like to Be Me is a wonderful story about discovering who you are by looking inside yourself. Being happy about who you are and your journey. Let your heart be your guide, and believe you are perfect just the way you are.

A well-written and illustrated book that will have your child learning a special lesson about who they are. The book features lovely illustrations that are colorful and vibrant, corresponding well with the rhyming text. Highly recommended.

I received a complimentary copy from the author; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own.

Preface

The world we live in can be unpredictable. Life will challenge us and give us reasons to question many things. Life may make us feel uncertain of a decision … make us feel uncertain of ourselves.

Let us help one another affirm our purpose so we can live in a world where we feel more in tune with ourselves.

Life is so beautiful, precious, and filled with meaning. Let us start by finding ourselves and then watch that beauty grow.

May we all find what we are looking for.

About the Author: What It's Like to Be Me is Elizabeth Ann O'Handley's second book. It was inspired by a visit to her hometown of Glace Bay, in the province of Nova Scotia.

Elizabeth graduated from Cape Breton University with a B.A. in 2005, and received a diploma in Acupuncture from the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners & Acupuncturists of British Columbia in 2011.

In realization of many things, Elizabeth is forever grateful for the love she continues to receive from her family and friends. She reflects on her experiences with a humble heart, and is very emotional about being true to oneself.

Elizabeth is convinced that storytelling can be an effective tool in helping anyone find their path.

Elizabeth is committed to creating positive content, in hopes that it will have an impact on all readers of her work.

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/47332435.Elizabeth_Ann_O_Handley
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/What-Its-Like-Be-Me-ebook/dp/B0FBX92WG4/ref=sr_1_1wuat

New Release on October 23rd - Wasted (Windy City Westons Book 2) by Jerusha Agen

 

She always follows the rules. But what are the rules for murder?

Victoria Weston encounters tough things as a home health physical therapist, but this is a first—a dead body. The police call the patient’s death accidental. Victoria knows that can’t be true. Her efforts to convince the police they’re dealing with a murder get her labeled a troublemaker by all but one man—the troubler of her youth.

When Cillian Doherty returns to right the wrongs of the past, he finds his high school flame in a different kind of danger than he expected. As a social worker, he’s in the perfect position to corroborate her cry of murder or give her what she wanted—to handle her problems without his help.

But someone wants to silence Victoria. When lies escalate to violence and threaten more lives, the Weston siblings join the battle to save their sister. But it will take a God more powerful than all of them for Cillian and Victoria to make peace with their past and catch the killer. Before the killer catches them.

Wasted continues the thrilling Windy City Westons series that features five siblings who encounter danger, love, and God in the city of Chicago.

(Each book can stand alone or be read as a series installment.)

To Order on Amazon

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jerusha Agen imagines danger around every corner but knows God is there, too. So naturally, she writes suspense infused with the hope of salvation in Jesus Christ.

With a B.A. in English and a background in screenwriting, Jerusha is a speaker, writing instructor, and Fear Warrior who sounds the call to battle against fear in our everyday lives.

Jerusha loves to hang out with her big furry dogs and little furry cats. You’ll often find her sharing irresistibly adorable photos of them in her newsletter and on social media.

Get a free suspense story from Jerusha at FearWarriorSuspense.com and find more of her thrilling, fear-fighting stories at

Jerusha Agen Website

MY REVIEW

Wasted is a chilling tale with many twists and turns. Victoria battles with her emotions in seeing her childhood boyfriend, Cillian, after many years. Victoria Weston, a home health physical therapist, and Cillian Doherty, a social worker for the same company, find themselves in the middle of a murder investigation.

The story is original, with lots of family tension, and spiritual content that made me smile to know that God was involved. I loved the characters with their many layers. Victoria made a concerted effort to maintain peace with her family while still upholding her own beliefs.

The story is a page-turner that kept me guessing who the murderer was, while taking me down a few rabbit holes along the way. It was an exhilarating edge-of-my-seat ride until the end, which wrapped everything up nicely. Highly recommended.

I received a complimentary copy from the author; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own